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The Cedars Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

The Cedars Academy is a academy special converter not applicable school in Gateshead , serving pupils aged 3–19, with 243 pupils, and a capacity of 238 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–19

Age range

243

Pupils

238

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

The Cedars Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Cedars Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Gateshead. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 243 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 238 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Gateshead before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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The Cedars Academy — School Information

Full address
Ivy Lane, Low Fell, Gateshead, NE9 6QD
Local authority
Gateshead
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
3–19 years
Free school meals
54.5% of pupils
DfE URN
138652

Other Not applicable Schools in Gateshead

If The Cedars Academy is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Gateshead are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Cedars Academy

Is The Cedars Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — The Cedars Academy currently has 243 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 238 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Cedars Academy?

Admission to The Cedars Academy is managed by Gateshead. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does The Cedars Academy cover?

The Cedars Academy is a not applicable school in Gateshead, serving pupils aged 3–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Cedars Academy?

The Cedars Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.